Lecturer in Accounting and Finance or Economics and Finance
Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance - Academic Center
Location: Manama - Bahrain
Salary: Competitive compensation
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 12th December 2022
Expires: 10th February 2023
The Academic Center at the Bahrain Institute of Banking & Finance is seeking Lecturers in the field of Accounting & Finance or Economics & Finance.
Main duties will involve delivering modules in Accounting, Finance and Economics for undergraduate students. Candidates should be educated to doctoral degree standard in a relevant subject (or equivalent).
Overview of Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance:
BIBF plays a vital role in the training and development of human capital in the Kingdom of Bahrain. BIBF’s commitment to excellence has strengthened our position as the top provider of quality education across all major business disciplines. BIBF serves as a partner to numerous world-class institutions; delivering thought leadership, research and advisory, assessment and training in the areas of Accounting and Finance, Academic Studies, Executive Development, Banking, Leadership and Management, Insurance, Islamic Finance and Information Technology; resulting in a complete business solution. BIBF faculty comprise of market practitioners, academics and qualified senior industry professionals. Their diverse backgrounds ensure an enriched participant experience, striking the perfect balance between theory and practice. BIBF’s academic programs are developed in collaboration with best-in-class international universities and are recognized by the Bahrain Higher Education Council (HEC).
The BIBF has been offering a range of undergraduate programmes delivered in Bahrain, giving local students access to international education. The validated programmes offered in Bahrain include: BSc Accounting & Finance and BSc Banking & Finance.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
TEACHING
- Teach and manage learning activities on courses provided by BIBF & associated subjects.
- Provide support and recommendations on innovative teaching/training techniques that create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst participants.
- Maintain up-to-date and accurate records of student progress, achievement and attendance and provide feedback to students and Training Managers as required.
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
- Assist the planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum; manage and monitor the quality and relevance of course content and methods of delivery.
- Review syllabus, textbooks, course materials, manuals, lecture notes, handouts, visual and other aids; document and record the course contents in alignment with BIBF’s policies and procedures.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
- Deliver the allocated programs (standard, professional, customized and/ or academic) courses.
- Follow up with students for any course submissions, case study analysis, assessment reports, etc. assigned to them as a part of the course/program requirement; verify and assess/grade all submissions (as required)
- Carry out the day-to-day management of the programs, liaise and maintain regular contact with partner organizations (as required)
INTERNAL VERIFICATION
- Act as an Assessor or internal moderator, if appropriate; else identify assessors as required for the course.
- Participate in invigilation of exams as required.
RESEARCH/PUBLICATION
- Support the Centre’s research initiatives by supporting the Senior Lecturer and/or Principal Lecturer in research programs and publications in key local and international journals (as required)
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide student guidance and counselling; assist students in their career shaping and development (as required)
- Communicate effectively with students and colleagues, using face-to-face, telephone, written and electronic communication modes as appropriate
- Maintain an awareness and observation of fire and health and safety regulations and other BIBF rules and regulations
- Undertake any other responsibilities in the department, as directed by the Head of Centre
Minimum Experience (Depending on the specialization of teaching)
- Experience of teaching undergraduate students.
- Experience in Assessment of student work.
- Experience and knowledge of Learning and Teaching policies and processes within the field of Higher/Further education.
- Experience of curriculum development.
- Demonstrable academic, teaching, and administrative experiences in the field of Higher/Further education Skills.
- Interpersonal and communication skills.
- Influencing and leadership skills.
- Planning, organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to teach and to supervise students of various calibre.
- Strong English and/or Arabic language skills (written and spoken).
Skills:
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Influencing and leadership skills
- Planning, organizational and time management skills
- Proven record of ability to conduct high quality research which is reflected in the authorship of high quality publications, or other research outputs
- Ability to teach and to supervise students of various calibre
- Strong English and/or Arabic language skills (written and spoken)
Remuneration
- BIBF will provide decent competitive compensation.
- BIBF will provide accommodation.
For application please provide a detailed resume, certificates of academic degrees, innovative research achievements and samples of major publications.
Application Details
Contact : Ms. Meaad Al Awadhi
Tel : +973-17815552
E-mail : meaad@bibf.com